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Cañete, Chile
Biobío · Chile
Cañete is a small city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 20,158. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Cañete
Cañete is a city and commune in Chile, located in the Arauco Province of the Biobío Region. It is located 135 km to the south of Concepción. Cañete is known as a "Historic City" as it is one of the oldest cities in the country. The Battle of Tucapel and Pedro de Valdivia's death happened near the city's current location. Cañete was also an important location in the Arauco War.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,158 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.8013°, -73.3962° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.0 inches (1,599 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cañete
Cañete is a small city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 20,158. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Cañete
Cañete has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Feb (16.7°C), the coldest is Jul (6.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 503 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 572.9 sq mi (1,483.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.8013°N, 73.3962°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 25.0 m (82 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1960 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 25.0 m | 2,226 | 38 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 113 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 96 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 24 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 16 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 150 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 40 | 113 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolhuaca (163 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 163 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 171 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 171 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 176 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 186 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 10.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in |
Cañete has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 48°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 63.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Cañete
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFT Lota Arauco | College | — | — |
| CFT Lota Arauco | College | — | — |
| Universidad Católica de la Santísima Concepción Cañete | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Cañete
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela José Mariano Campos Menchaca | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Bicentenario Politécnico Cañete | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular El Río | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Luis Cruz Martínez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Tres Sauces | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Onofre Correa Pascal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela García Hurtado de Mendoza de Ponotro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Llenquehue | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Salto del Huillinco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Federico Gana Peleco | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio La Granja | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Lloncao F-817 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ricardo Coloma Díaz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Cacique Francisco Melin | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Las Dunas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela E-824 Cayucupil | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Gabriela Mistral | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Homero Vigueras | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cañete | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Tecnico Profesional Alonso De Ercilla Y Zuñiga | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo B-56 José de la Cruz Miranda Correa | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Gabriela Mistral | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela René Andrades Toledo F-819 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Arturo Prat Chacón | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Leoncio Araneda Figueroa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rubi Nelson Silva Salas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Especial de Lenguaje Alto Tucapel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cuyimpalihue | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Tegualda de Ranquilco | — | — | — | — |
| CEIA Quimahue | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cañete
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kawaii Anime Radio | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Tropikal Ranchera | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cañete
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molino Grollmus | ||||
| Museo Caverna de Benavides | ||||
| Museo de Contulmo | ||||
| Museo Mapuche de Cañete "Ruka Kimvn Taiñ Volil Juan Antonio Cayupi Huechicura" |
Libraries in Cañete
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Muncipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Los Álamos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Eugenio Pfaff | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cañete
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Cañete |
Hotels in Cañete
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cañete
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cañete
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cañete
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cañete
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cañete
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cañete
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cañete
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cañete
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cañete
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cañete
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cañete
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cañete
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guadaba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isla Mocha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Playa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Misiones Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lequecahue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pehuenches Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta El Saco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Traiguén Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cañete
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cañete
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dios es Amor | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Carmen de Cañete |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cañete
What is the population of Cañete?
Cañete has a population of 20,158 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 572.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cañete?
Cañete has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.0 inches.